Books of Tale of Artisans Vol.2 “Moyuru”
Ginza Tsutaya Bookstore recommend books to you from Shiba Park Hotel Exhibition Tale of Artisan vol.2 “Miyabi”.
Ginza Tsutaya Bookstore recommend books to you from Shiba Park Hotel Exhibition Tale of Artisan vol.2 “Miyabi”.
Editor-in-chief & text: Hiroaki Koresawa
Tankosha
JPY2,476
Herein is the collection of doll collector Mr. Kawayo Asahara.
Various dolls are arranged by chapter, such as those related to faith, ornamental dolls, toys, lucky items, and modern creations are covered in this explanation of Japanese dolls.
An abundance of close up photographs give the reader a sense of the dolls’ coloring and texture.
Edo Kimekomi dolls (Kamo dolls) are featured on Pg.68-75.
Editors: Shinya Maezaki, Masako Yamamoto
IBC Publishing
JPY3,800
Beginning with the story of how Japan became the birthplace of so many different kinds of crafts, 16 types of traditional Japanese crafts are introduced with explanations surrounding the history of how the various areas of Japan all take advantage of their specific natural gifts such as vegetation and natural resources.
Looking at photographs detailing the special features of where the crafts are produced as well as the creative process make it easier to learn about these many items. Although the clear and beautiful pictures are enough to enjoy this book, English translations are included, so we recommend it to our foreign guests.
Author: Tadatomo HachijoTankosha
JPY2,700
This book introduces various colors as they are written about in “”Yushoku Kojitsu”” including general lifestyle conventions originating in the palaces of the mid Heian period.
The origin of color names, raw plant material used to create those colors, the final steps in silk dyeing and more can be learned through both photos and text.
The reader will have a glimpse at how Japanese have always had a particular taste and sensibility for color.
Author: Oto Morino, Illustration: Mieko SasakiRaichosha
JPY1,500
This book details 193 varieties of flora easily seen on a walk.
The reader will also learn about individual meanings according to flower language.
In the second chapter there are beautiful words regarding flowers and a column explains how to incorporate plants and flowers in cooking as well as decoration.
Perhaps this will change your perspective on the often unnoticed plants you pass by so often.
Author: Yoshitaka KimuraAkishobo
JPY2,300
Tiny toys have been bringers of good luck since the Edo period. Sukeroku is a shop specializing in Edo hobbyist tiny toys that has been in business since the late Edo period. Around 200 auspicious toys from this single small storefront containing as many as 3000 individual small toys have been carefully chosen as the subjects of this book. A full English translation is included.
Shiba district in Tokyo is a place where you can still feel the wind of Edo-era. Shiba Park Hotel is a good old hotel that has weaved its way through time in harmony with the traditions and culture of this area. Shiba Park Hotel is also a library hotel with a diverse collection of books. We hold an exhibition called “Tale of Artisans” which tell stories of traditions (tales) that they have developed and nurtured.
March 7 (Mon.), 2022 – June 12 (Sun.), 2022
11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
1F Library Lounge/ 2F Foyer Book & Culture
Admission Free
Curator: Nipponnowaza.com
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